How do you secure a snare?

Set the snare far enough away from the fence to prevent the lock from catching on the bottom wire of the fence. Hold the snares in place by clipping them to the bottom wire of the fence with a fine U- shaped wire such as a 1 1/2-inch piece of a paper clip that allows the snare to easily release (Figure 2).

Is setting snares illegal?

Animal snares are wire nooses used to trap animals. They are normally classed as either a self locking snares which is illegal or a free running snares which is legal. But as we will see, many so called free running snares can easily become self locking snares, including the Code Compliant Snare with Breakaway.

What is a self locking snare?

A self-locking snare is a wire loop device which continues to tighten by a ratchet action as the animal struggles. Its aim is to catch the victims around the neck, so that they die through strangulation or by dislocation of the neck.

Is rabbit snaring cruel?

Despite the fact that snares are inhumane killing devices because of their inherent design (they consist of a noose of some material [now steel cable] set to “snare” an animal or bird around the body to hold or kill it), they are widely considered as “lethal/killing devices.”

Where do you put the lock on a snare?

Installing the Snare Micro Lock. From the open end of the cable, install the micro lock as shown in the figure above. Make sure the long slot on the micro lock is pointed toward the open end of the cable. Note the direction the long slot is facing.

What’s the best way to install a snare?

Slide the collars down and out of your way to proceed onto the next part. Installing the Snare Micro Lock. From the open end of the cable, install the micro lock as shown in the figure above. Make sure the long slot on the micro lock is pointed toward the open end of the cable. Note the direction the long slot is facing.

Why do you need a micro lock on a snare?

Without a lock, they prey will escape once tension is released on the snare. The image (top right) shows the micro lock installed on the cable. The snare support collar is used to support your snare loop at different heights and allows for better positioning when making a set.

Which is the best lock for spring assisted snares?

The Lightning Lock is a miniaturized version of a Cam Lock, and has precision made gripping teeth that are very sharp! Perfect for use with spring assisted snares. An ultra high quality product made by Senneker. Fits 1/16″ and 5/64″. Fits 3/32″. Fits 3/64″ and 1/16″.